Experience City Tours in Barcelona with Withlocals

"Federico was fabulous. He is a very pleasant guide with an enormous amount of patience and knowledge. We didn’t feel rushed and we learned a lot. He calmly answered all our questions and let me rest whenever I needed. My 18 year old son said he was a chill dude and my 16 year old daughter said he’s cool. Would recommend without hesitation. "

"My wife and I were in Barcelona for three days following a 2-week Mediterranean cruise, and we had no plans in place. I found Ivanna on the "With Locals" website... it was somewhat last-minute, but thankfully she was available. Our 4-hour personal tour was excellent. She started by showing us (and teaching us about) the sights and architecture around La Rambla. She even showed us a "hidden" Roman wall that most people - including many who live in Barcelona - were unaware of. As she learned more about our interest in the culture, people, and history, she walked us through the old, and new, sections of the city. She pointed out architectural points, even explaining that one of the most famous churches in the Gothic district wasn't actually original to that time, even though it looks like it should be - and she had photos to prove it! She gave us history lessons, told us stories, and helped us to "feel" the city we were visiting. We stopped for a drink at one of her favorite locations - Els 4 Cats - where Picasso used to meet with his friends... and then she was kind enough to introduce us to the owner and surprised us with reservations for dinner there the next night. Bottom line, Ivanna offered us not only the best private tour we've ever experienced, she shared herself and her love of the city with us... she was wonderful. If you're looking for a personal approach, look no further. Hire Ivanna without reservation - you'll be very glad you did."

"Sabastian was such a great guide and show us all about Gaudi and the history of Barcelona. He has a great sense of humor and his pictures helped bring the stories to life. Sangrada Familia is a great way to end. What a breathtaking piece of art!!"

"So glad my time traversing Barcelona solo started off with Lars! He was very helpful in acquainting me with the subway system and the different areas of town. I felt deeply enriched by the history of the city he shared. I found him friendly, accommodating & generous. I highly recommend Lars!"

"Maria was patient, calm, knowledgeable, friendly (all of the above)! It was so nice to just walk around not worrying about getting lost. We were able to keep our eyes on our kids and the sites instead of the maps and also hear the history behind the area that I wouldn’t have been in a group tour. She was patient with my 3 year old who was wanting to stop at every tourist trap in town ;) ! Long story short: we would never have gotten to see what we did without her!"

"Lusi is hands down the best tour guide you could ask for! We did our tour with her on the very first day we arrived in Barcelona, and it was the perfect way to kick off the trip. She curated the experience beautifully, giving us a solid introduction to the history of Spain and Barcelona, along with insider tips on where locals eat, drink, and hang out. Thanks to Lusi, we felt oriented and confident exploring the city—without her, we would’ve been a bit lost. She shared insights and stories that didn’t come up in any of the more traditional tours we took, and we’ve honestly been raving about the experience ever since. Her energy is infectious, her knowledge is impressive, and her recommendations were spot-on. We can’t recommend Lusi enough. If you can, try to book this tour for your first day—it makes navigating and appreciating the city so much easier for the rest of your stay!"

"Irina was fabulous! She knows the Gothic Quarter like the back of her hand! We learned so much about the history of this area, as well as, Barcelona in general. She was so pleasant to spend time with as well. We highly recommend her to anyone coming to Barcelona! "

"We had a terrific three hours with Ellie - a local who was really easy company, fun and informed. She led us away from the crowds time after time, down side streets with fascinating stories to share. We packed lots in and came away with so much new knowledge about the city, the culture, the people. Big cities can be overwhelming when you’re a visitor, so time spent with a guide like Ellie really helps orient you and give you a true sense of where you are."

"Muriel is a Barcelona native with tremendous knowledge of the city's culture and hidden gems. She was friendly, kind, very accommodating, and great with our kids. We did a fantastic walking tour through the old parts of the city, and ended up at the Maremagnum mall, where Muriel helped us to arrange for a portside lunch reservation. Her love for her city really shines through. One thing that I really appreciated is how flexible she is-- as we were brand new to the city, we asked her to meet us at our hotel, which she did. She also helped us to figure out the train system, which we've since been using to navigate Barcelona. We truly appreciated our time with Muriel!"

"We met our guide, Fiorella, on our first full day in Barcelona. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to show us some of her favourite spots in the city. We really appreciated her recommendations for other things to do and NOT do while we were in Barcelona. I was especially thankful for her recommendations to visit Palau Guell and Montjuïc. I also found my new favourite beverage - Clara. All in all, a great experience. "